AKT LAW is a leading firm in ship finance, representing major Turkish banks and international financiers. Co-chair Rona Kaspi is lauded as ' a leader in the space' and leverages his deep expertise in maritime contracts to advise shipyards and shipowners. Serra Aksakal, co-head of the practice, is highly regarded for her comprehensive experience across dry shipping matters and transactions. Melek Başak Aldı plays a pivotal role in the practice, focusing on ship purchases, sales, and financing.
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Testimonials
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‘Great team with a strong academic and practical background.'
‘Warm approach, quick response, detailed research, hospitality.’
‘In our view AKT is a powerhouse across maritime law matters but particularly in ship finance transactions.’
‘Partners and associates at the firm are efficient, knowledgeable and approachable.’
‘Great team with great insight into the Turkish market.'
‘Rona Kaspi is a leader in the space.'
‘Excellent team, very prompt, professional and commercial.’
‘Rona Kaspi, Melek Başak Aldı and Serra Aksakal are distinguished lawyers specializing in maritime law and finance law related to maritime activities in Turkey. Their expertise and unique qualities set them apart from competitors in the legal field.'
Key clients
- Kühne + Nagel Nakliyat
- CIMC Qianhai Commerce & Trading Co
- Sefine Denizcilik Tersanecilik Turizm San. ve Tic. A.Ş.
- DB Cargo
- Mare Amante International
- Bright Denizcilik ve Gemi İşletmeciliği A.Ş.
- Sanmar Denizcilik Makina ve Tic. A.Ş.
- Gelibolu Gemi İnşaat San. ve Tic. A.Ş.
- Beşiktaş Tersane A.Ş.
- İçdaş Çelik Enerji Tersane ve Ulaşım Sanayi A.Ş.
Work highlights
- Assisted B International Shipping and Logistics DMCC with the purchase of one 91,000 CBM Class LPG Dual Fuel LPG Carrier Pertamina Gas Tulip.
- Assisted the Client with the sale and purchase of a tourism submarine.
- Assisting the Client as the Turkish correspondent counsels with the financing of four 4,200 TEU container vessels.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Rona Kaspi; Serra Aksakal
Other key lawyers
Melek Başak Aldı; Ece Gürpınar